2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
